Job DetailsJob Type
Adjunct Faculty
Salary Range
$1,000-$1,350
Start Date
As soon as possible
FLSA Status
Exempt
Application Deadline
Oct 05, 2026
Contact
Please submit an online application
Job DescriptionPosition Summary: Adjunct Instructors within the Exercise Science & Wellness Department will be responsible for teaching part-time undergraduate and/or graduate courses in exercise science, kinesiology, wellness, fitness, nutrition, or related health sciences. The adjunct faculty member supports student learning through instruction, assessment, mentoring, and professional expertise in the field. All Instructors within the Exercise Science & Wellness department are responsible for providing high-quality instruction in exercise science and related disciplines while supporting student achievement while maintaining high academic standards. This position requires subject matter expertise, a proven record of effective teaching practices, and a commitment to fostering an engaging learning environment.
Key Responsibilities - Teach assigned exercise science courses in areas such as:
- Exercise Program Design
- Exercise Physiology
- Biomechanics
- Sports Nutrition
- Kinesiology
- Strength and Conditioning
- Wellness and Fitness Assessment
- Coaching & Leadership
- Prepare course materials, lectures, assignments, and assessments
- Deliver instruction in classroom or experiential settings
- Evaluate student performance and provide timely feedback
- Maintain accurate attendance and grade records
- Hold office hours or provide student support as required
- Follow departmental policies and academic standards
- Stay current with developments in exercise science and related fields
Qualifications - Master's degree in Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Medicine, or a related field required
- Doctorate preferred
- Previous college-level teaching experience preferred
- Professional certifications may be preferred, such as: ACSM, NSCA-CSCS, NASM
- Strong communication and instructional skills
- Experience with online learning platforms is a plus
Skills & Competencies- Knowledge of human movement and exercise programming
- Ability to engage diverse learners
- Effective classroom management
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to student success and academic excellence
Application Instructions- Applicants should submit:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Contact Information for three references
About LIU Brooklyn LIU Brooklyn campus enables students to realize their full potential as ethically grounded, intellectually vigorous, and socially responsible global citizens. The campus offers more professional programs in health care than any other campus in the New York metropolitan area, including the Arnold and Marie Schwartz College of Pharmacy & Health Science, and The Harriet Rothkopf Heilbrunn School of Nursing. LIU Brooklyn is home to Kumble Theater for the Performing Arts, a dynamic performance venue designed to nourish students' artistic exploration, and Division I sports teams.
LIU is an equal-opportunity employer. LIU is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. LIU encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States.